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Activists demonstrate in Washington, DC, in support of Michael Brown and Ferguson on Sept. 6.

Students, professors discuss Ferguson protests

By Cuneyt Dil · Friday, Sept. 12, 2014

Discussion gives students chance to share own experiences and concerns about Ferguson.

Staff Ed: Students deserve transparency about Pitts case

Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014

It would benefit the school for everyone here to be on the same page about what happened.

Women's volleyball soars to 3-0 victory

By Shannon Scovel · Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014

Teamwork and energy propel Eagles to a win over Coppin State

Gallery: David Plouffe, Stephanie Cutter speak at AU

News

Plouffe, Cutter open KPU programing for the year

By David Lim | September 11

Pair discuss life after politics, 2016 presidential race

News

Fossil Free AU to participate in People's Climate March

By Alex Seibel | September 11

Students headed to New York City to protest for climate change awareness

Music

Preview: Mutual Benefit brings wistful folk to Rock & Roll Hotel

By Annie Regan | September 10

The rising indie folk band will visit D.C. this Thursday.

News

“Dirty Dancing” underwhelms at the National Theater

By Emily Woo | September 9

The classic film doesn’t quite adapt seamlessly to the stage.

News

AU End Deathtraps Coalition delivers letter to Kerwin’s office

By Kate Magill | September 9

The Coalition hosted a protest outside of AU President Neil Kerwin’s office Sept. 5.

News

AU student sexually assaulted in residence hall during Welcome Week

By Samantha Hogan | September 8

Public Safety released its first crime alert of the semester on Aug. 23.

Opinion

Column: Stop admitting more freshmen than you have room for

By Shelby Ostergaard | September 8

Seriously guys, it’s not that hard

Opinion

Op/Ed: The Talon might be dying

By Kristie Chua | September 8

A Talon writer gives her thoughts on the yearbook’s future.

News

TDR expanded and renovated for new school year

By Brooke Evans | September 8

Students offered more menu options with partially redesigned dining hall

Opinion

Column: Not ready for Hillary

By John Foti | September 8

Holding Hillary to a different standard just because she is popular is no excuse.

Sports

AU Women’s soccer drops to Fairfield 1-0

By Shannon Scovel | September 7

The Eagles were overpowered by a stronger, faster Fairfield University team.

News

AU to host D.C. Mayoral Forum Sept. 18

By Cuneyt Dil | September 7

Bowser to attend her first debate of general election at AU

News

The M&M Report: Summer movie wrap-up and fall TV preview

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | September 6

Mark Lieberman and Devin Mitchell pick their favorite summer 2014 movie experiences and review two new Amazon pilots.

News

Recent SOC grad gets cheeky with his song “Kerwin Money”

By Lindsay Sandoval | September 6

Rafael Smith graduated from SOC in 2014. Now he’s poking fun at his alma mater with his new tune.

Music

Fall a cappella season kicks off on a high note

By Zach Ewell | September 6

The annual A Cappella Preview Concert drew huge crowds to Kay Spiritual Life Center last night.

Sports

AU volleyball team no longer undefeated

By Shannon Scovel | September 6

The Eagles couldn’t find its groove against Marquette University, losing in a 3-0 sweep.

Lifestyle

JM Eats: Jyoti Indian Cuisine

By Jordan-Marie Smith | September 5

Correcting her sub-par run-in with Tenleytown’s Masala Art, Jordan-Marie tries an Adams Morgan Indian spot.

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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